The Spanish international lauded his side’s performance against APOEL and is impressed by the squad’s depth.
Ramos was ecstatic as Real Madrid thrashed APOEL Nicosia with a score of 0-3 in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday.
Jose Mourinho’s men have virtually knocked out http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ivan-c17215 Jovanovic’s side out of Europe as they now command a 3-goal lead over them. Adding on to the misery of the Cypriots is the fact that the first leg was played at their home, which means that they need
to win with a 4-goal lead at the Bernabeu.
Los Blancos were completely dominant in the match that took place at APOEL’s GSP Stadium. Even though the Whites were successfully kept out in the first half, thanks to an unwavering defensive display from the hosts, they faltered later on in the match.
The Spanish capital-based club were able to step up their game in the second half and managed to break the deadlock in the 74th minute, through a header by http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Karim-Benzema-c20350.
The Frenchman received an inch-perfect cross from Kaka, who came off the bench to aid Madrid in the tricky away fixture.
Kaka, who was in top form on Tuesday, then added another goal to double Real’s advantage in the 82nd minute.
Just when the fans thought that Madrid’s assault on the European minnows is over, Benzema netted another goal in the 90th minute to complete his brace and put the game to bed.
Even though the Spanish giants were without important players such as http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Xabi-Alonso-c37045 and Lassana Diarra, they proved that their squad has more depth than many had expected.
Alonso’s absence provided a chance for http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Nuri-Sahin-c28251 to prove his worth and the Turkish international was able to impress with an excellent display throughout the match.
While appreciating his teammates, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Sergio-Ramos-c33096 told the club’s official website:
"We know each other well and are aware of having a large and quality squad. Those who haven't played much for different reasons always step up when needed. Sahin should be congratulated for his performance. Xabi Alonso is very important, but we have
many and excellent players."
The Santiago Bernabeu outfit will face Osasuna on Saturday in continuance of their Spanish La Liga campaign.
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